BA Connect Newsletter - January 2025

Learn More About the UTSA and UT Health San Antonio Integration

In November, the UT System Board of Regents approved UTSA’s new mission statement, a significant milestone in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) accreditation process for unification. Read the new mission statement here.

Two new task forces are launching to support the path toward integration. The Academic, Student, and Faculty Affairs Task Force will oversee the integration of academic, student, and faculty programs and services, and the Enterprise Risk Management Task Force will work to optimize the newly integrated institution’s approach to all enterprise risks and to safeguard its long-term stability and growth.

Follow updates and news on the integration website.

Winter Weather Safety Tips

This week, south Texas is forecasted to receive winter weather and freezing temperatures. Be sure to stay aware of weather conditions and keep safety in mind so you're fully prepared. The Winter Weather Preparedness website has helpful information to ensure you protect yourself, your family and your home. Be prepared for colder weather and stay safe!

Let’s Chat! Virtual Town Hall

Join us for a Business Affairs Let’s Chat! Virtual Town Hall on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 2 p.m. This virtual event will be an opportunity to hear from the Business Affairs leadership team about divisional updates and strategic initiatives as we gear up for the spring semester. Check your UTSA email for an Outlook meeting invitation with more details, including the Zoom link.

Corporate Cup Returns for 2025

Are you interested in some fun competition—such as pickleball, dodgeball, relay races, basketball and more—to support a great cause? Join Team UTSA in this year’s Corporate Cup! Events and activities take place throughout the spring, concluding with the main event Saturday, May 31 at the University of the Incarnate Word. Employees interested in participating or volunteering for the Corporate Cup should complete the Team UTSA Interest Survey by March 7.

Intersession Parking Information

Intersession Parking is currently in effect through Jan. 20. During intersession, drivers can park in unmarked resident or commuter spaces, no permit required! Standard parking rules and regulations remain in effect for all other parking spaces.

Wellness Tip: Take Advantage of Helpful Trainings

Place personal wellness at the top of your list for the new year by taking advantage of some of the great training opportunities offered through the Employee Success Center (ESC)! The ESC offers something for everyone, from energizing stretch breaks and joining the Health Walk to empowering your financial wellbeing through informative financial seminars. Put your mental and physical wellbeing first this year and sign up for a training today!

Communications Tip: How to Format Your Email Signature

Did you know that UTSA’s Marcom Studio provides guidance on how to format your email signature? Just like a business card, your email signature should include important information and be consistent with other email signatures across campus. Check out the Marcom guidelines to learn more about what to include (and not include) or snag a university-branded Creating Bold Futures signature to show your UTSA spirit!

Social Media Spotlight:

➜ Check out Business Affairs' Instagram to keep up with all of the great things going on throughout the department!